Nigel the 1977 MGB trunk and hood(bonnet) adjustments

Installation of hydraulic struts in both trunk and hood
Adjusting fit and shape of trunk
Shimming trunk hinges to adjust fit at front of trunk
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[@jcx5659]

I think the real issue with the OEM support is you have to release it to put the lid down. Some people just try to push it down. I put these struts on both the trunk and hood of my 74 roadster. Much better.

[@MGB-learning]

Outstanding video!

[@wallisparnell4464]

Trick, put in 1 screw on both side, barely tighten, just tight enough you cam tap to move alighnment. put in rest, then adjust center the hood or bonnet, and align the plunger, on front w grill out, then tap it around with hard rubber mallet, to center your cracks. Then raise hood, tighten, check alignment before closing and testing hood release. Then just tighten all screws, done. PS soak the cable by hanging up, drip in oil, then you see a little inside cockpit, to guarantee, cable won’t be hanging up.

[@AlexPlatacis]

Great advice. thanks for your input.

[@jerryp2433]

Are those weld on captive nuts behind the hinges?

[@motoringon]

Very informative and helpful video! Alex, I see that you used a wood block and clamps to straighten the trunk lid bend, how did you know when it was straight? I've got a similar situation and have been trying to figure out how to straighten out the bend. Thanks 👍

[@AlexPlatacis]

well initially, I did a cardboard template so I could hold it up to each side to make sure it was even. ultimately it came down to placing it onto the trunk a few times to check the fit. as it kept rebounding. even now, I wish I had straightened it a bit more.

[@motoringon]

@@AlexPlatacis Thanks for the info and your thoughts. I'll try to do it on the weekend and see how it works out.